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What number system is often used in computing and programming?
Question

What number system is often used in computing and programming?

A.

Binary

B.

Hexadecimal

C.

Octal

D.

Decimal

Correct option is A

Binary System:
Uses only two digits: 0 and 1.
Represents the on/off state of electrical components in computers.
Forms the foundation for all digital data representations.
Other Number Systems:
Hexadecimal uses 16 digits (0-9 and A-F). Because of its small dimensions, it is commonly used to represent memory addresses and color values.
Octal: Consists of 8 digits (0-7). Although less prevalent than hexadecimal, it is nonetheless employed in a few specialized applications.
Decimal refers to the base-10 system that we utilize in everyday life. Used for user input and output in computers, but not for internal functions.
As a result, the binary system is the most fundamental and commonly used number system in computing and programming.

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